Monday, January 9, 2012

Went to day two of an estate sale yesterday, everything was half price - SCORE! I went on Saturday, but knew that items would be half price the next day. It's a gamble to wait, but I'm so totally super-cheap, it's just how I roll. I had my eye on two super-sturdy wood chairs (originally marked $5 each), two lamps (marked $5 each), and these two beautiful candleabras (so fun to say, right?) that were marked $20 each (OUCH).

I can't explain the anxiety and butterflies in my tummy when I drive back on day two of an estate sale. That's when I realize what item(s) I really wanted the day before - it's just like Cinderella (the band, not the princess) said, "you don't know what you got, til it's gone." So, that's when I truly realize what I had my heart set on.

It opened at 1pm and I rolled in about 1:05, this is SUPER LATE for Yard Sale/Estate sale standards. Saw a bunch of folks inside when I got there that I'm pretty sure are thrift store or antique mall booth owners. They have a purpose about them, a "get out of my way or I'll run your little weekend warrior ass over" look about them. I've learned not to be intimidated, don't let them push you around!

Well, long story short (too late), ALL of my items were still available! So, I purchased the two wood chairs for $5 total, and one candleabra for $10. Half Price - LOVE IT and saved $15. I didn't buy both candleabras like I wanted, but only wanted to spend about $15 at the sale. The lamps would have been a nice to have, but I was OK to pass. I was originally going to spray the candleabra glossy black, but kind of like the patina it has now, so we'll see. And these chairs are going to have a major make-over. Yes, I know, the anticipation is killing you!

Mash-Up!

My style which I call Mash-Up Chic is a mix of MODERN, VINTAGE and CHIC design. I believe that if you fill your home with items you really love, no matter what the style of each, it just all goes together. And, a house full of items picked or made with love is a warm home that welcomes your guests. Hope you enjoy Mash-Up Chic's blog as I talk about lots of DIY projects, up-cycling old items, trends in decorating, talk about my shopping (junking) trips, and also my crazy and fast-moving life. If you'd like to contact me, you can email me at triciafike@msn.com.

About Me

I am a full-time working professional, mom to three kids and one husband. I'm very involved in my kids' school and church, and in all my spare time I love design, decorating, DIY and all that goes with it. I'm a yard sale and thrift shop queen and would prefer to turn a one-of-a-kind curb-picked dresser into a show piece than buy something ready-made any day. Curb-picked, yard sale, thrift store - yeah you get the picture, I'm CHEAP and love to execute great design on a dime. Some of my ideas work, some don't, but I'll show 'em all! It's amazing what some paint and creativity can do. PS - I never met a can of spray paint I didn't like. I live in my hometown of Louisville, KY surrounded by an amazing slew of family and friends.